Graduation Gift Ideas for (Pretty Much!) Every Graduate

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Looking for the best Graduation gift ideas? You're in the right place!

We've pulled together 41 of the most helpful graduation gifts you can give someone heading off to college. Find ideas for every type of graduate – from bedding to bicycles, coffeemakers, quarter rolls and everything in between. (Plus, scroll down to the bottom of the list for a few unique DIY gifts they'll love!)

Graduation Gift Ideas

One of the most popular gift ideas for graduates is luggage! My hubby still remembers his parents sending him off to school with a full set as a graduation gift – he said he was able to fit all his stuff in except for a box of CD's (Remember those days?)

For students who will be living on campus without a car – a bike is a super practical gift. They'll get a ton of use out of it, from exercising and getting groceries, to having the option of commuting to a nearby job. Walmart has lots of inexpensive styles!

Every music lover will want to have their own dorm-room sound system, in which case a good bluetooth speaker is a must. The UE Wonderboom is a great option with a room-filling sound and crystal clarity. (Plus it comes in fun colors and it's WATERPROOF! So it can go in the shower, or get dropped in the lake accidentally.)

If you don't live near the graduate but want to send them some love – here's a great little box you can customize with full-size posh beauty products and seasonal items (Each box is guaranteed value at $200+!) Check out FabFitFun boxes here.

For college kids who are going to run on coffee – a good coffee maker is a Godsend! This Ninja Coffee Bar System is so easy to use and your graduate won't need to buy pricey pods or Kcups with their meager funds. 😉 It makes a variety of brews, including a concentrated 4 oz cup that will jolt them awake in the middle of finals!

Campuses across the country are hung with hammocks full of students ready, studying, napping or just socializing. If you have a teen, you probably already have an inkling about the popularity of the ENO. It's known for quality and strength – as well as the Atlas Straps that make hanging it anywhere (really – virtually anywhere!) a breeze.

Another gift that's practical – but so necessary for dorm or apartment living! A hot pot or Foreman grill is a better choice for those headed to dorms that don't allow microwaves, always good to check first!

Your graduate is going to be spending a lot of time in bed – it'll be their couch and hang out spot, homework lounge and oftentimes where they eat. Other than wall art, the bed is also the easiest way to personalize a dorm room.

Help them deck out the one piece of furniture that's about to play a central role in their new world!

Flourescent lighting is the WORST – and on a college campus it's literally everywhere. Find a lamp that gives off the opposite of harsh lighting for times when they need something restful. The ENO Eclipse lantern is a cool option because it can serve as a dorm nightlight (it has 4 lighting modes) and serve as lantern and tent light on weekend camping trips as well.

Photo Book

Fill a book with good memories, positive vibes and personal accomplishments that led up to this day – a great way to spend a little on something that means a lot!

Many dorms have community bathrooms – and a bathrobe is a great gift to help them feel more comfortable journeying to and from the shower. Pair it with a shower caddy and nice toiletries to make it a bigger gift!

Succulents are a good choice because they're hardy and need little watering – and they're very trendy besides! A gift card to Lowe's garden center would be a good way to not only outfit your graduate with all the houseplants they could wish for, but also pick up one of the following…

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